True Tales From Old Houses

171: Trains, Tools, and Tidy Gardens


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In this final minisode of the season (Don't worry; there's still one more full episode on the way!), Stacy returns from Japan with tales of train travel, city-hopping, and family time. Each region had its own personality, and seeing the country through her son's eyes made the trip even more memorable.

Meanwhile, Daniel's been deep in renovation mode, helping another friend prepare a nursery. The room's first iteration was a hands-on learning experience, complete with a slightly crooked level and a few design choices that didn't turn out quite as planned. Now it's time to undo, redo, and simplify, and let's just say Daniel's tolerance for anything finicky is… limited. He prefers tools that work straight out of the box, not ones that need calibration and coaxing.

He and Stacy also compare notes on gardening—what's working, what's not, and why the weeds always seem one step ahead.

Plus, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who tuned in this season. We appreciate your questions, comments, and continued support.

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